Madison County Health Data

Madison County, Illinois

Health Score

74/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.5%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

48

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

266

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Madison County, Illinois

Madison's life expectancy lags nationwide

At 75.4 years, Madison County residents live nearly 3 years less than the U.S. average of 78.3 years. The county's 15.4% poor or fair health rate sits below the national average of 18%, suggesting middling overall health outcomes relative to the country.

Slightly below Illinois average

Madison County's 75.4-year life expectancy trails the state average of 76.0 years, placing it in the middle tier of Illinois counties. However, its uninsured rate of 5.5% beats the state average of 6.3%, indicating stronger insurance coverage.

Competitive healthcare provider access

Madison County has 48 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—above neighbors like Mason County (39) and Marion County (35). Its mental health workforce of 266 providers per 100,000 is solid, though significantly lower than nearby Marion County's 404.

Better insured than state average

Only 5.5% of Madison County residents lack health insurance, outperforming Illinois's 6.3% rate. With 48 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, access to routine care is reasonably available, though rural areas may face longer wait times.

Already well-covered, but verify yours

Madison County has strong insurance penetration, but 5.5% of residents remain uninsured—roughly 6,000 people. Check your coverage today at Healthcare.gov or contact the Madison County health department to ensure you're protected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Madison County, IL?
Madison County has a health score of 74/100, rated "Average." It ranks #29 out of 102 counties in Illinois (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Madison County?
Life expectancy in Madison County is 75.4 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Madison County below the state average.
How does Madison County health compare to the Illinois average?
Madison County's health score of 74/100 is above the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 75.4 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 5.5% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Madison County?
Key health factors for Madison County include: life expectancy (75.4 years), uninsured rate (5.5%), and primary care physician access (48:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 266:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Madison County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 74/100 ("Average"), Madison County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.4 years. 5.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Madison County healthier than the Illinois average?
Madison County's health score of 74/100 exceeds the Illinois average of 66/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.